TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2012//
TI  - Alcohol and repeated deliberate self-harm
JO  - Crisis
A1  - Riedi, G.
A1  - Mathur, A.
A1  - Séguin, M.
A1  - Bousquet, B.
A1  - Czapla, P.
A1  - Charpentier, S.
A1  - Genestal, M.
A1  - Cailhol, L.
A1  - Birmes, P.
SP  - 358
EP  - 363
VL  - 33
IS  - 6
N2  - Background: Repeated episode(s) of deliberate self-harm (RDSH) is a major risk factor for suicide. Aims: To identify specific risk factors for RDSH among patients admitted following an episode of deliberate self-harm (DSH) through acute intoxication. Methods: A prospective 6-month study was conducted with 184 patients (71% female) admitted to the emergency room (ER) as a result of self-poisoning (SP). Results: Rate of RDSH stood at 18% after 6 months. The sociodemographic variables associated with repeated deliberate self-harm were to have no principal activity, consultation with a medical professional during the 6 months preceding the self-poisoning, and referral to psychiatric services upon release from the ER. The clinical variable associated with RDSH was alcohol addiction (OR = 2.7; IC 95% = 1.2-6.1, p < .05) as assessed at the time of the initial ER admission. Conclusions: When patients are initially admitted to the ER as a result of self-poisoning, it is important to evaluate specific factors, particularly alcohol use, that could subsequently lead to repeated deliberate self-harm. The goal is to improve the targeting and referral of patients toward structures that can best respond to their needs.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0227-5910
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1027/0227-5910/a000148
ID  - ref1
ER  -